3.Press Y button on your keyboard after you are sure to update BIOS.

Then it will begin to update BIOS. The progress of updating BIOS will be shown at the same time.

 

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

 

 

 

 

Flash Type/Size

.................................SST 49LF002A

256K

 

 

Updating BIOS Now

 

 

 

 

 

Do not trun off power or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

 

 

 

 

 

reset your system

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

at this stage!!

 

 

EnterDon't Turn Off Power or Reset System

 

Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4.Press any keys to return to the Q-Flash menu when the BIOS updating procedure is completed.

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

 

Flash Type/Size

.................................SST 49LF002A

256K

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

!! Copy BIOS completed - Pass !!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Please press any key to continue

 

 

 

 

Enter

Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5.Press Esc and then Y button to exit the Q-Flash utility. The computer will restart automatically after you exit Q-Flash.

Q-Flash Utility V1.30

 

Flash Type/Size

.................................SST 49LF002A

256K

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Are you sure to RESET ?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Enter] to continure or [Esc] to abort

 

 

 

 

Enter

Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

After system reboots, you may find the BIOS version on your boot screen becomes the one you flashed.

English

The BIOS file becomes F4 after updating

Award Modular BIOS v6.00PG, An Energy Star Ally Copyright (C) 1984-2003, Award Software, Inc.

Intel 845GE AGPSet BIOS for 8GE800 F4 Check System Health OK

Main Processor : Intel Pentium(R) 4 1.7GHz (100x17.0)

<CPUID : 0F0A Patch ID : 0009>

Memory Testing : 122880K OK + 8192K Shared Memory

Primary Master : FUJITSU MPE3170AT ED-03-08

Primary Slave : None

Secondary Master : CREATIVEDVD-RM DVD1242E BC101

Secondary Slave : None

Press DEL to enter SETUP / Q-Flash 03/18/2003-I845GE-6A69YG01C-00

6.Press Del to enter BIOS menu after system reboots and "Load BIOS Fail-Safe Defaults". See how to Load BIOS Fail-Safe Defaults, please kindly refer to Step 6 to 7 in Part One.

Congratulation!! You have updated BIOS successfully!!

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Intel GA-8I915G DUO user manual Congratulation!! You have updated Bios successfully, Bios file becomes F4 after updating

GA-8I915G DUO specifications

The Intel GA-8I915G DUO motherboard represents an interesting blend of performance, reliability, and modern features designed to meet the demands of users looking for a robust computing platform. Built around Intel's 915G chipset, this motherboard supports Intel's LGA 775 socket, which accommodates various processors including the Pentium 4, Pentium D, and Celeron D.

One of the standout features of the GA-8I915G DUO is its support for dual-channel DDR2 memory. With dual-channel technology, users can take advantage of enhanced memory bandwidth, resulting in improved overall system performance. The motherboard supports a maximum of 4GB of RAM, allowing for efficient multitasking and smoother operation of memory-intensive applications.

The integrated graphics capabilities of the GA-8I915G DUO are powered by Intel’s Graphics Media Accelerator 900 (GMA 900). This provides decent graphical performance suitable for general computing tasks and light gaming. The board also includes a PCI Express x16 slot, which allows for the installation of a dedicated graphics card, providing flexibility for users who require enhanced graphics performance.

Connectivity options on the GA-8I915G DUO are extensive, featuring multiple USB 2.0 ports for peripherals, as well as a Gigabit Ethernet port for high-speed networking. Additionally, the motherboard is equipped with six SATA ports, supporting RAID configurations for enhanced storage performance and data redundancy. This is particularly beneficial for users who demand reliability and efficiency in data management.

Another significant characteristic of the GA-8I915G DUO is its compatibility with various audio technologies. The onboard AC’97 audio provides a satisfactory audio experience for everyday tasks, while also supporting up to 6-channel sound output for a more immersive audio experience during multimedia playback.

The GA-8I915G DUO is designed with ease of use in mind. Its BIOS offers a variety of settings for performance tuning, allowing users to optimize their system according to their preferences. Additionally, the motherboard is built with durable components, ensuring long-lasting performance.

In conclusion, the Intel GA-8I915G DUO motherboard combines a solid feature set with reliable performance, making it an excellent choice for users who need a dependable computing platform for both everyday tasks and multimedia applications.